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Supernatural horror directed and scripted by David S. Goyer. A young woman, Casey (Odette Yustman), is gradually becoming possessed by the spirit of a boy who died in the Holocaust. With the help of Rabbi Sendak (Gary Oldman) and her college professor Mr Shields (Rhys Coiro) she must do all she can to overcome the evil curse before it threatens not only her own life but those of everyone she loves.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By T. BROOKES
Format:DVD
A film with a promising line-up, idea and effects, but nothing ground breaking here, being all too clichéd for horror fans. Unborn has some shortly visited dark moments, but fails to pass any expected thriller paths, sticking to winning formulas rather than being imaginative. I also think it is hindered in it's own goals, such as it being a PG-13 rating and the next scare is never that scary. The movie's plot is a mash-up of folklore and for me, loses its way late on (possessions), never surpassing a disappointing average horror thriller title. However, most teens and gore-haters will probably find this a non-taxing, relatively entertaining light watch. The critics have described this as 'laughable' and I think that is fair. The trailer does look great but this is simply the highlights of effects deployed.
The film include Idris Elba (the Wire) and Gary Oldman. The film is from the producers of Texas Chainsaw Massacre and from one Dark Knight writer.
The film include Idris Elba (the Wire) and Gary Oldman. The film is from the producers of Texas Chainsaw Massacre and from one Dark Knight writer.
11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Krytical
Format:DVD
I think the main word that springs to mind for me is "Lacking". Lacking suspense, lacking plot depth, lacking appeal. I absolutely adore horror films of any type but I just can't bring myself to call it a horror. I should've listened to myself when I saw the trailers in the cinema and thought to myself "...................Nah". Unfortunately I listened to a friend who told me how great it was.
Classic interesting beginning with the strangeness followed by abrupt normality but I just didn't feel that the plot flowed, or even went anywhere. It was theoretically a good idea but the delivery was sadly, lacking. I was initially intrigued to see Cam Giganet in something new (bearing in mind the last time I saw him in anything he was being ripped to pieces in a ballet studio) and I really don't think I can fault the acting. They did the best they could with what they had.
I note some people have referred to this as an intelligent horror, one where you have to pay attention and think. I can safely say I did pay attention. I did notice that the ghost is NOT supposed to be that of her dead twin brother. I got the plot, I just wasn't entertained by it. Better than Dracula and Frankenstein??? That's a new one!?!
Bottom line is I can't recommend seeing this. It was just too much of a "miss" for me. My advice would be to give it a miss, if you're remotely curious then my next suggestion would be to watch the menu screen - you see everything there. If you do decide to watch it then don't be surprised to find a few "I told you so"'s.
I sincerely hope there isn't a sequel.
Classic interesting beginning with the strangeness followed by abrupt normality but I just didn't feel that the plot flowed, or even went anywhere. It was theoretically a good idea but the delivery was sadly, lacking. I was initially intrigued to see Cam Giganet in something new (bearing in mind the last time I saw him in anything he was being ripped to pieces in a ballet studio) and I really don't think I can fault the acting. They did the best they could with what they had.
I note some people have referred to this as an intelligent horror, one where you have to pay attention and think. I can safely say I did pay attention. I did notice that the ghost is NOT supposed to be that of her dead twin brother. I got the plot, I just wasn't entertained by it. Better than Dracula and Frankenstein??? That's a new one!?!
Bottom line is I can't recommend seeing this. It was just too much of a "miss" for me. My advice would be to give it a miss, if you're remotely curious then my next suggestion would be to watch the menu screen - you see everything there. If you do decide to watch it then don't be surprised to find a few "I told you so"'s.
I sincerely hope there isn't a sequel.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Spike Owen
TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:DVD
Well it's now a few years since The Unborn was released and we can safely say that its reputation as a below average horror movie is set in stone. Much like many other lazy horror movies made by directors out of their depth (here David S. Goyer proving he should stick to writing), The Unborn just plays out as a choppy experience.
Good moments do dot themselves within, a couple of well executed jumps impact on those not waiting for such things, the creepy kid is a bonus, while the core menace of the story, a Dybbuk of Jewish folklore, is interesting and fresh. But Goyer has no idea in how to build suspense around his thrills, an ignorance in how to utilise the scary premise on offer. He also telegraphs the final revelation way too early, which in turn crowns a hopelessly weak last fifteen minutes, and to under use Gary Oldman (who turns up for the money) is a crime in itself.
Insidious, itself proving to be a divisive film in horror fan circles, had the nous to take a similar premise to The Unborn and spin something extra into the mix, which accounts for its considerably better reputation. Until more horror film makers realise that more brains in narratives are needed, we will continue to get reams of mediocre horrors made. Sadly, such is the size of the horror fan world, these mediocre films will still get support at the box office and from rental outlets. 5/10
Good moments do dot themselves within, a couple of well executed jumps impact on those not waiting for such things, the creepy kid is a bonus, while the core menace of the story, a Dybbuk of Jewish folklore, is interesting and fresh. But Goyer has no idea in how to build suspense around his thrills, an ignorance in how to utilise the scary premise on offer. He also telegraphs the final revelation way too early, which in turn crowns a hopelessly weak last fifteen minutes, and to under use Gary Oldman (who turns up for the money) is a crime in itself.
Insidious, itself proving to be a divisive film in horror fan circles, had the nous to take a similar premise to The Unborn and spin something extra into the mix, which accounts for its considerably better reputation. Until more horror film makers realise that more brains in narratives are needed, we will continue to get reams of mediocre horrors made. Sadly, such is the size of the horror fan world, these mediocre films will still get support at the box office and from rental outlets. 5/10
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Very predictable!
I guessed the ending a good half an hour before the end. Wasn't a good ending either. There were not many scary bits typical predictable new horror movie. Weak plot!!
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Totally scary
This film defo had you gripped to your seat ,very entertaining and well worth buying.Although did feel a bit jumpy in parts.
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fantastic film
this is a great dvd to watch,the story is interesting,keeps you on your toes,and spooky in places.not a horror so to speak but well worth seeing and buying.
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I have to say that after seeing this film I cannot believe that this film has such a low rating. It's a very good film with a great unusual story line, it's not exactly a 'horror'... Read more
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"..FUN SCARY MOVIE.."
This film is not as bad as people say, if your an average movie buff who likes a few scares then this is right up your street. Read more
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i really loved this movie, it wasn't as scary as i thought it was going to be but it was still pretty scary. Cam gigandet is my fav actor so it was a pure bonus that he was init. Read more
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